The Ultimate Catfishing Quiz

Old fish, new fish, bold fish, blue fish. It seems that Dr. Seuss was on to something when he wrote Red Fish Blue Fish. Take catfish, for example. They're blue, big and bold. But how do you go about making the big catch? Find out by taking this quiz.

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Question 1 of 20

Why should you bring a partner when you go catfishing?

to witness the spectacle

to help you haul in the large fish

You might need a partner simply because of the sheer size of the catch.

neither of the above

Question 2 of 20

What does the amount of weight you need depend on?

the type of water and the type of line

The amount of weight depends on the type of water you're fishing in and the type of line you use.

the length of the rod

the type of bait you use

Question 3 of 20

If you use minnows as bait, should they be alive or dead?

alive

dead

either

Minnows can be alive or dead -- catfish aren't that picky.

Question 4 of 20

Whatever bait you use, what do you have to consider?

It needs to stay on the hook for an extended period of time.

It should be able to withstand a fair amount of movement without falling off the hook.

Both of the above answers are true.

The bait should stay on the hook and be able to withstand a lot of movement without falling off.

Question 5 of 20

A large float that has a fishing line hanging down into the water is called a:

trot line

jug line

It's called a jug line.

throw line

Question 6 of 20

Why is jug fishing appealing for children?

because it's an active sport

Jug fishing is an active sport because you're constantly checking the jug lines, not sitting passively. This is why it's so appealing for kids.

because the results are immediate

because they can wade in the water while jug fishing

Question 7 of 20

What is the advantage of using anchored jug lines?

They prevent the jug from drifting across the water.

They prevent the jug from drifting across the water because they are weighted down.

They are inexpensive.

They are so easy to use.

Question 8 of 20

What do free-floating jug lines have attached to the ends?

hooks

bobbers

lead sinkers or other items

They usually have lead sinkers or other items.

Question 9 of 20

If you want to go jug fishing in Kansas, what do you have to be aware of?

There are restricted areas for this in this state.

It is illegal in this state.

Jug fishing is illegal in certain states, Kansas included.

It is most popular in this state.

Question 10 of 20

When using a trotline, what can you attach one end of it to?

a stump, bank or sturdy tree branch

You can attach it to a stump, bank or sturdy tree branch.

your boat

on overhead wire

Question 11 of 20

Where do you attach the weights on a trotline?

near the water surface

toward the end

in the middle

Usually, you attach them in the middle of the trotline, depending on the length of the line.

Question 12 of 20

While working the trotline, which of these items will you need?

a tilt bucket

a scraper

needle-nose pliers

You'll need the needle-nose pliers.

Question 13 of 20

How deep should the water be for trotline fishing?

shallow to medium depth

The water should be shallow to medium depth.

medium depth to deep

it makes no difference if you're experienced

Question 14 of 20

How many hooks are usually on a throw line?

three to eight

five to 15

There are usually five to 15 hooks on a throw line.

10 to 20

Question 15 of 20

Why would you stretch the throw line out on the bank before you start?

to keep the line from tangling

You would do it in order to keep the line from tangling.

to prep it professionally for throw line fishing

to perform a safety precaution

Question 16 of 20

In many states, you are required to tag your line. What must be on the tag?

your name and address

your name and social security number

your name and the date you dropped it into the water

The tag should have your name and the date you dropped it into the water.

Question 17 of 20

The largest captive blue catfish, Big Blue, lived until November 2008. How old was it when it died?

26 years old

35 years old

It was all of 35 years old when it died.

43 years old

Question 18 of 20

A rope swing going down into the water with some bait on it is called:

a plumb line

a limb line

It's called a limb line.

a tow line

Question 19 of 20

To successfully do limb line fishing, what do you have to know about the bait?

It should be alternated.

When you go limb line fishing, you should alternate the bait, not to mention the hook.

It should be consistent.

It should be of a certain size.

Question 20 of 20

It is said that catfish can walk. Can they?

no

yes

Yes, some catfish can walk, as eyewitnesses in Florida in July 2008 will attest.